07/13/08

Good downtown Chicago Pizza

by bokworm

We got the home delievery Sat. night. House salad w/ basil balsamic vinagrette- alot of vinager in that dressing BUT the greens were very fresh and tasty. Kinda small amount thru, but what do you expect with this ecomony. Also, the stuffed Spinach Supreme with the extra free mushrooms- great cheeses and alot of spinach. Seemed like a sprinkle of mushrooms. Flavorable sauce and the crest was better then some of the pizza places in downtown Chicago. All in all, a nice thick and large (we had a medium 12") pizza with a enjoyable salad (with our own dressing). Oh, the delievery time was very quick, for a Saturday night, and the delievery person was super nice. Next time we plan to "bus it" there and get a thin crest pizza with extra mushrooms.

• Pros: Fast delievery here in the city
• Cons: Small amount of salad with not so great balsamic vinagrette dressing

06/23/08

AMAZING place!

by xopineapple71890xo

My boyfriend and I had reservations here after a night out and as soon as I walked in I was wowed. The atmosphere was great! Old Italian decor, cozy and romantic. Our server was superb and very attentive. The fresh-baked bread and olive oil was a fantastic starter. We ordered a small deep-dish pizza which was perfect for the two of us. The pizza was perfectly cooked: soft flaky crust, gooey cheese, delicious sauce! Definitely try this restaurant!!!

• Pros: food, service, ambiance, price
• Cons: none!

09/28/06

Good, healthier pizza in Loop

by valerie_jung

Bella's is a great standby for pizza in the Loop. Unlike most Chicago restaurants, esp. pizza places, the menu contains many healthful options and gourmet toppings. The atmosphere, which looks fairly formal, belies it's reasonable prices. The owners should open up a more casual version which caters better to "on the go" patrons.

06/16/06

A Terrible Experience...

by i010206

After reading the excellent reviews on this website, I had to try Bella Bacino's. We went there for lunch very recently. Quite possibly the worst customer service I have ever experienced. It was not our server, it seamed like every customer in the restaurant was very frustrated with the service. There was no excuse, since it wasn't even crowded, the place was just very poorly managed. No one cared. It took 45 minutes for the famous "stuffed crust spinach" pizza to arrive at our table, and the pizza quality was average at best. This was the only bad meal we had all week while visiting Chicago. Very, very, disappointing.

• Pros: none
• Cons: Awful experience

11/30/05

Phavorite Pizzopolis in TOWN!!!

by chungwiggler

This place is THE PIZZA HANGOUT in Chi-Town! The ambience, good service, and great food never keep you seperated by distance from having a great all-around dining experience.

04/07/04

Comfortable Italian Loop eatery caters to a hungry business-casual crowd.

by Contributor

The Scene
Cozy and low-lit, this Club Quarters Hotel restaurant's handsome back room attracts businesspeople with warm earth tones and polished chandeliers; one wall is rakishly covered in wooden wine box panels. A few high tables perch in the front bar area, while a handful of outdoor tables offers sunny views of Wacker Drive and the river beyond.

The Food
The hearty, homestyle Italian menu offers plenty of variety, from overstuffed panini and fresh pastas to salads and main courses. Bruschetta brimming with ripe tomatoes and fragrant with garlic is a favorite starter, though most diners settle on pillowy-soft--and complimentary--foccacia bread drizzled with olive oil. As for the pizza, Bacino's signature Spinach Supreme lives up to its billing, the firm, flaky crust stuffed with mushrooms, herbs, and a ton of the green stuff.

12/02/03

Best Pizza in Chicago

by sheryl26

I'm from Eastern Iowa and when I have travelled to Chicago I always have to stop at Bacinos on Wacker. I have been to Chicago like 15 times in the past few years and I have ate at Bacino's everytime but once. All I can say is if you get to Chicago or live there and haven't tried this food...RUN FAST to this place. It's amazing!!! I can fill up on 2 slices and be stuffed for the next day. It's soo good. The best pizza is the Bacino's Stuffed Crust. The prices are decent and the staff is awesome. Very clean and great place to hang out. Very highly recommended!!!!!!!!!

This is my all time favorite resturant in the world, that's for sure.

• Pros: Great Pizza, Inexpensive, Awesome Place
• Cons: Hard to find parking, spots in the area, around Wacker Dr.

03/15/03

The Best

by kajse

I am currently living in CA. Nothing here compares.

Everytime I visit Chicago I have to go there! On my last visit I brought a friend from California. He knows it's the best too!!!!!

A Veggie pizza and a nice glass of Chianti!

08/22/02

Stuffed With Love

by misiu0614

The stuffed spinich pizza is fabulous!! I would travel great distances for this meal.

• Pros: Taste Of Chicago

07/23/02

yum!

by tericarol21

excellent stuffed spinach pizza, and the other toppings are fresh too. Good calzones. Nice desserts. Overall--yum!